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"I am a working mum as well, and found a home day care provider who seemed amazing – she has two kids of her own (one a little older than my daughter) and has run this home day care for five years or so.

"The only bump in the road was on the first day when I pulled out the formula and bottles, and she wrinkled her nose and said, 'You feed her that slop?' I ignored the barb (I’m used to it), gave a quick rundown, and went on my way."

A few months later, however, the woman arrived at the day care centre early - and found the childminder nursing her baby.

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Columnist Daniel Mallory Ortberg was appalled and advised her to report the childminder.

"The whole point of providing day care for working parents is saying, 'You can trust me to keep your children safe and well–cared for, and I will act according to your wishes in your absence,' not 'As soon as you walk out the door, I’m going to raise your child how I see fit.'" he said.

"This is a huge breach of trust, a total violation, and absolutely worth reporting."